Fit Check Thread for Jackets

[TLW '90]

Agrees. That's the exact order I would say. I'd keep the Branded and the Aero.

@TLW '90 I like how it fits.

I have zero problem with the torso length myself, I actually love the length because it doesn't get in the way of anything I carry on my belt.
That would actually be great at work in the summer or spring because I have a belt knife and leatherman / tool pouch.

I'm not Enthralled with the arms , but that's about it.

 

[navetsea]

I have zero problem with the torso length myself, I actually love the length because it doesn't get in the way of anything I carry on my belt.
That would actually be great at work in the summer or spring because I have a belt knife and leatherman / tool pouch.

I'm not Enthralled with the arms , but that's about it.

you can alter it with hand sewing with blind stitch, it's very easy

 

[Bennarion]

That's just how my pants were sitting at that moment.
I'm really only concerned about the arms which really become apparent when the cuffs are tightened.
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In this photo, I like the way the jacket fits. Try to loosen the bottom button

 

[TLW '90]

you can alter it with hand sewing with blind stitch, it's very easy

I don't think I know enough to do this and have it look right, plus I'm worried that I'd feel the folded extra material under my arms.

 

[CJStu]

Started collecting leather jackets last year and would appreciate some feedback on fit. I am 6'3", 290lb and 51" chest measured in a t-shirt. I have picked up the following:

Branded Garments Crosszip (Beast?) size 54:
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Schott 569 70's car coat size 3XL
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Aero/TB Original Hercules in Midnight Blue FQHH Size 48:
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Cockpit USA A-2 Horsehide Size 52L
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What fits? What doesn't?
Thanks

Thanks all for the feedback. Seems people were split over the Schott car coat. Those who didn't care for it, what was off with that one?

 

[Bfd70]

Looks pretty good. Sleeves are a bit long for my taste but lotsa folks like them there

 

[CJStu]

Looks pretty good. Sleeves are a bit long for my taste but lotsa folks like them there

Makes sense. I haven't worn that one much. I wonder if the sleeves will land shorter on my wrist/hand as it gets broken in and develops some more rolls/creases around the elbows.

 

[newtojackets]

Thanks all for the feedback. Seems people were split over the Schott car coat. Those who didn't care for it, what was off with that one?

Nothing particularly wrong with the fit, more so that the extremely long silhouette is unflattering on a leather jacket

 

[Bfd70]

Makes sense. I haven't worn that one much. I wonder if the sleeves will land shorter on my wrist/hand as it gets broken in and develops some more rolls/creases around the elbows.

Probably

 

[WolfofStateSt]

Should I keep it?

 

[newtojackets]

Should I keep it?

So close, torso fits amazingly imo, but I would be uncomfortable with both the length and the sleeve length

 

[bigmanbigtruck]

I'd usually prefer a longer length as well...
but sometimes I see guys on here wearing stuff I'd feel looks too short on me personally, but they pull it off - yours looks like one of those cases too.

Maybe the watch helps make it look like the right length.

 

[WolfofStateSt]

I’m on the fence, I want more opinions, it’s a little tight to button as well.

 

[bigmanbigtruck]

I’m on the fence, I want more opinions, it’s a little tight to button as well.

If you’re feeling it’s too tight to button, then it’s probably not worth keeping unless you plan on losing a lot of weight.

 

[Bennarion]

Should I keep it?

The sleeve is too short

 

[TartuWolf]

@WolfofStateSt Definitely NO in my opinion.

 

[MrProper]

Should I keep it?

Although the sleeves are short, I think it looks ok in the pictures. But since you want opinions, I don't think it's the right one.

 

[barnabus]

Should I keep it?

Do you like it? That's all that matters.

But if as you say, you're on the fence, then you already know your answer.

The sleeves would be too short for my liking.

 

[RDS]

I’m on the fence, I want more opinions, it’s a little tight to button as well.

If it’s tight to button now opinions from others won’t change that and it will still be too tight.
If you kept the jacket the tightness of fit will always be nagging and the likely end result is that it will be worn less and less.

For me the only opinion which counts is my own. Regardless of what someone else might think if I’m happy and comfortable with the particular look/style/fit etc. of an item of clothing that’s all that matters as I’m the one who’s going to be wearing it.

 

[Bfd70]

@WolfofStateSt
if you got a good deal keep it and wear it open like in the pics.
If you can get back your $ and buy something u like better do that